2026 Acura RDX Trim Comparison: Five Configurations to Choose From 

The 2026 Acura RDX is where the brand's case for itself becomes the most concrete. It competes directly against established German and Japanese luxury rivals, and it does so with standard Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®), 272 horsepower, and more. At McGrath Acura of Westmont, we walk Chicago-area shoppers through five trims that build that case in different ways. 

Acura RDX 

The Acura RDX trim opens the lineup with a 2.0-liter VTEC® Turbo engine producing 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, a 10-speed automatic with paddle shifters, and standard SH-AWD. Other standard equipment includes:  

• Panoramic moonroof 

• 12-way power heated front seats 

• Leatherette upholstery 

• 10.2-inch HD center display 

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ 

• Jewel Eye® LED headlights  

• AcuraWatch™ safety suite 

Acura RDX with Technology Package 

The Acura RDX with Technology Package trim adds these luxe features to your new Acura SUV:  

• Perforated Milano leather seating with contrast stitching 

• GPS-linked climate control 

• Iconic Drive™ ambient cabin lighting 

• Wireless smartphone charging 

• Built-in navigation 

• 12-speaker ELS Premium Audio System  

Acura RDX A-Spec® 

The Acura RDX A-Spec trim brings a sport identity forward with: 

• 20-inch Shark Gray alloy wheels 

• Gloss black exterior accents 

• Finned rear diffuser 

• Larger round exhaust finishers 

• Ultrasuede®-trimmed sport seats with contrast stitching and piping 

• Ventilated front seats 

• Flat-bottom steering wheel 

• 16-speaker ELS STUDIO 3D® Premium Audio System  

Acura RDX with Advance Package 

The Acura RDX with Advance Package trim shifts toward maximum luxury with: 

• 16-way power-adjustable front seats in full-grain Milano leather 

• Head-Up Display 

• Adaptive Damper System 

• Heated rear seats 

• Heated steering wheel 

• Rain-sensing wipers 

• Multi-View Camera 

• Open-pore wood interior trim 

Acura RDX A-Spec® Advance 

The Acura RDX A-Spec Advance trim combines the sport styling of the A-Spec with the comfort and technology of the Advance Package, pairing exclusive 20-inch Berlina Black wheels and Ultrasuede® interior with Adaptive Dampers and the Head-Up Display. 

Test Drive the 2026 Acura RDX near Chicago, IL 

Five trims, one consistent case for Acura's place in the segment. Visit our Acura dealership in Westmont, IL to see the 2026 Acura RDX up close and take a test drive. The value becomes clear before you even reach the highway. While you're here, be sure to ask our team about flexible Acura financing solutions.